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E478 HCD

1997 Kawasaki ZX-10

Black Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

57,748 mi
Last recorded57,748 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2017
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-1038,922 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE478 HCD
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-10
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2017 57,748 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2016 57,158 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 56,844 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 56,226 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 55,355 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 54,917 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 May 2011 53,295 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 53,038 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 48,381 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2006 48,381 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX-10?

Based on 7,640 MOT tests across 1,044 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
592
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,044
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 167
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 147
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 138
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 95
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 82
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E478 HCD is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-10 in Black with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki ZX-10 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 38,922 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZX-10 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 167 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E478 HCD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX-10 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-10 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E478 HCD registered?

E478 HCD is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-10, first registered on 17 October 1997.

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The MOT history for E478 HCD shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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